Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Building Surveyors in London & Kent
Established for over 25 years, Collier Stevens provides a comprehensive range of surveying services across London and Kent. Our team of RICS-chartered professionals specialises in building surveys, party wall matters, expert witness reports, and disabled access audits. With decades of collective experience, we deliver client-focused solutions tailored to residential and commercial property needs. Our expertise extends to project management, building defect assessments, and compliance with the Equality Act 2010. As members of RICS and ISVA, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and technical excellence. Our practice combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to clear communication and fair pricing. We pride ourselves on offering practical advice that empowers clients to make informed decisions about their property investments.From detailed building inspections to complex party wall disputes, our services are designed to ensure legal compliance and structural integrity. Our track record includes work for private homeowners, commercial investors, and public sector organisations. Through regular client testimonials, we demonstrate our ability to deliver thorough, actionable reports that address both immediate concerns and long-term property management. Our team's specialist credentials, including membership of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, reinforce our position as trusted advisors in the built environment sector.
Services
Building Surveys
Party Walls
Schedules of Condition
Expert Witness Reports
Disabled Access Audits
Project Management
Property Defect Analysis
Service Charge Disputes
Equality Act Compliance
Building Regulation Advice
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 25 years of specialist building surveying experience
- RICS-chartered surveyors with party wall expertise
- Expert witness reports compliant with CPR35 standards
- Comprehensive disabled access audits meeting Equality Act requirements
- Proven track record in property dispute resolution
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Independent Surveyors & Valuers Association (ISVA)
What people say
Excellent report
Fantastic service
Highly recommend
Thorough and easy to understand
Efficient and professional
Services
Building Surveys
Our detailed building surveys identify structural issues and maintenance requirements for residential and commercial properties. Surveyors assess construction quality, highlight defects, and provide remedial action recommendations. Clients receive clear, prioritised reports to inform purchasing decisions or property management strategies.
Party Wall Surveying
Specialist party wall services ensure adherence to the 1996 Act through formal notices and dispute resolution. Surveyors prepare awards documenting property conditions and manage neighbour consultations. Our RICS-accredited team facilitates lawful construction while protecting client interests.
Expert Witness Reports
CPR35-compliant expert reports address property disputes including disrepair claims and service charge disagreements. Surveyors provide impartial analysis supported by photographic evidence and statutory references. Our documentation meets court requirements for housing, boundary, and construction-related litigation.
Disabled Access Audits
Comprehensive access audits evaluate buildings against Equality Act 2010 requirements. Assessments cover physical access, facilities, and reasonable adjustments. Recommendations balance legal obligations with practical implementation considerations for commercial and public sector clients.
Project Management
Contract management services cover building projects valued 25k250k. Our scope includes specification preparation, contractor selection, and works supervision. We ensure compliance with contractual obligations while maintaining quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
People
Steven Way
Founding Surveyor
MRICS with 25+ years' experience specialising in party wall matters and expert witness testimony. Holds RICS Expert Witness Certificate and leads Kent branch of Pyramus & Thisbe Society.
Grahame Dowse
Chartered Surveyor
FRICS with expertise in commercial property surveys and dilapidations assessments. Provides technical leadership for major building inspections across London and Kent.
Chris Osborne
Chartered Surveyor
MRICS with focus on residential surveys and accessibility compliance. Manages disabled access audits ensuring alignment with statutory requirements and practical implementation.
Wayne Rockall
Surveyor
MIRPM AssocRICS specialising in project management for residential blocks. Oversees maintenance programmes and service charge-related building works.
Stephanie Plumb
Chartered Surveyor
Focuses on building defect analysis and scheduled condition reports. Provides technical expertise for leasehold dispute resolution and property transactions.
Questions
What building survey types do you offer?
We provide RICS HomeBuyer Reports, full building surveys, and specific defect inspections tailored to residential and commercial properties.
How do party wall awards work?
Our surveyors prepare awards documenting property conditions before works start, ensuring compliance with the 1996 Act while protecting both building owners' and neighbours' interests.
Can you handle expert witness requirements?
Our RICS-accredited experts prepare CPR35-compliant reports for property disputes, covering disrepair claims, service charge disagreements, and construction defects.
What access audits involve?
Audits assess compliance with Equality Act 2010, covering physical access, facilities, and reasonable adjustments for commercial and public buildings.
Do you manage building projects?
We oversee projects £25k–£250k including specifications, contractor selection, and quality control for residential blocks and commercial properties.
How handle service charge disputes?
Our experts review works compliance, tender processes, and documentation to challenge unreasonable charges through tribunal submissions.
Reviews (4)
Chris Harris
Aug 29, 2021
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Excellent customer service, They went above and beyond to help us with a survey and letter to cover our boundary issues, even going as far as hand delivering a letter for us.
Calvin Spain
Jul 31, 2021
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Excellent service, extremely detailed survey report. This is the 2nd time I have used Collier Stevens and will do so again. Highly recommended.
Sam Alldridge
May 31, 2021
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Collier Stevens completed a highly detailed and well laid out buildings survey for me. Given the extended timescales due to COVID restrictions, the turnaround time was good. I will be recommending CS to others.
Terry Sully
Dec 14, 2020
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I found Colliers a wholly professional concern My survey was to my complete satisfaction in a concise and informative format, easy to read and draw clear conclusions from. Yes I will definitely use their services again.
